Felicioliva kaleontina
NameFelicioliva kaleontina
Scientific NameFelicioliva kaleontina
Common NameKaleontina Olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusFelicioliva
Specieskaleontina
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and other parts of the Western Pacific.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)30
Identifying FeaturesSmooth, glossy, and elongated-oval shell; very short spire; long, narrow aperture; distinct columellar folds; characteristic olive shell shape. The subtle color patterns on a pale background are also key identifiers.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Duclos, 1835)
Description
A medium-sized, smooth, and highly glossy marine gastropod shell, characterized by its elongated-oval shape, short spire, and a long, narrow aperture that extends almost the full length of the shell. The shell in the image displays a creamy white to pale yellowish-brown base color, often adorned with subtle, irregular orange-brown or reddish-brown markings and blotches. It belongs to the family Olividae, commonly known as olive shells, which are predatory snails typically found burrowing in sandy marine environments.
